Cost of Living in Munich, Germany
Last updated on Jul 02, 2023
Summary: The cost of living in Munich, Germany is generally considered to be quite high. A nice one bedroom apartment in Munich can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $2,500 per month, while a nice two bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $2,000 to $3,500 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Munich can range from $15 to $30 per person.
Is the cost of living in Munich high?
We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Munich, they wrote:
"The cost of living in Munich is generally considered to be high. Rent prices are particularly expensive, with the average one-bedroom apartment costing around €1,000 per month. Groceries and other everyday items are also more expensive than in other parts of Germany. Eating out can also be costly, with a meal for two at a mid-range restaurant costing around €50. Public transportation is relatively affordable, with a monthly ticket costing around €70," said one expat in Munich.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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